9-Hour Egyptian Museum and Giza Pyramids Tour with Khan El Khalili

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the history and culture of Ancient Egypt
• 02 Wander through 120,000 masterpieces at the Egyptian Museum
• 03 See the treasures from the tomb of Tutankhamun
• 04 Pick up souvenir bargains and learn to haggle at Khan El Khalili Bazaar
• 05 Visit the Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx

Explore Egypt's rich heritage on this 9-hour tour through Cairo and Giza, visiting the Egyptian Museum, home to 120,000 artifacts, including King Tutankhamun's treasures. Discover the Great Pyramids of Giza, explore the interior of one pyramid, marvel at the Great Sphinx, and visit the Valley Temple of Chephren. End your day at the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar for a taste of local culture and souvenir shopping.

Explore Egypt's rich heritage on this 9-hour tour through Cairo and Giza, visiting the Egyptian Museum, home to 120,000 artifacts, including King Tutankhamun's treasures.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Cairo, Giza

Languages Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Egyptian Museum, Giza Pyramids and Khan El Khalili

• Embark on an immersive journey into Egypt's rich history and culture with a visit to the Egyptian Museum, the Great Pyramids of Giza, and the Great Sphinx.
• Begin your exploration at the Egyptian Museum, home to over 120,000 masterpieces from the pre-dynastic era to the Pharaonic and Greco-Roman periods. Highlights include the treasures of King Tutankhamun and the optional Mummies room.
• Continue to the iconic Great Pyramids of Giza-Cheops, Chephren, and Mykerinus. Your guide will unravel the mysteries surrounding their monumental construction, and you will have the opportunity to explore the interior of one pyramid.
• Marvel at the colossal Great Sphinx and visit the Valley Temple of the Pyramid of Chephren. Afterwards, return to central Cairo and conclude your day at the bustling Khan El Khalili Bazaar.
• The tour includes pick-up and admission to the Pyramids of Giza, Old Cairo, and the Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, providing you with a comprehensive and insightful experience.
• The excursion ends with a return to the starting point.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Lunch at a good-quality restaurant
• Qualified Egyptologist guide
• Local Egyptian breakfast (falafel)
• Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
• 30-minute camel ride around the Giza pyramids
• Entry/Admission - Pyramids of Giza
• Entry/Admission - Old Cairo
• Entry/Admission - The Museum of Egyptian Antiquities

What's Not Included

• Gratuities
• Extra entrance fees (interior of the pyramids)
• Airport and airport hotel pick-up and drop-off, as well as New Cairo pick-up and drop-off, are available with a supplement of $10 per person.
• New Administrative Capital pick-up and drop-off are available with a supplement of $15 per person.

What to bring

• Passport or ID card

Know before you go

• Children below the age of 5 are not charged for the tour.
• Receive confirmation at the time of booking.
• Most travellers can participate in the tour.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• Advise any specific dietary requirements when booking.
• A vegetarian option is available; please specify at the time of booking.
• Infant meals are not included.
• The dress code is smart casual.
• Note that pick-up from Cairo Airport or locations outside the range incurs an extra charge.
• This is a private tour/activity; only your group will participate.
• Meet your guide at your accommodation in Cairo or Giza. You will be contacted the day before the tour to confirm the pickup time. Long-range pickup service from Nasr City, Cairo Airport, Heliopolis City, Mirage City, Rehab City, Madinaty, New Cairo, New Capital hotels, or on October 6th is available to book in the checkout process as an add-on.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Get picked up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza at 08:00 AM.

Tour start

Giza, El Omraniya, Giza Governorate, Egypt

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.